Durgotsav

Powai Sarvajanin Durgotsav · since 2006

Not just a festival, a profound emotion

For the Bengali diaspora and all who share an enduring affinity for Bengal, Durga Puja transcends religious boundaries. It embodies the culmination of a year-long anticipation, the nostalgic joy of notun jama (new attire), the rhythm of pujor gaan (festive music), the revival of creative arts, and the cherished warmth of coming together for food and adda.

Durgotsav is a monumental celebration of life, community and creative expression. This multi-day carnival commemorates the victory of the ten-armed warrior goddess Durga over the buffalo demon Mahishasura, symbolising the triumph of good over evil while blending ancient mythology with contemporary art and deep social bonding.

2006

the first Powai Sarvajanin Durgotsav

21 years

at Hiranandani Gardens, Powai

1.5 million

visitors a year, at the peak of the festival

Bengal's heritage, in Mumbai

To recreate this evocative cultural experience in Mumbai, PBWA inaugurated its first Sarvajanin Durgotsav in 2006. Over the past 21 years, this flagship initiative at Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, has become a socio-cultural and religious benchmark, bridging timeless heritage with contemporary community values.

Green and progressive

Our celebrations champion eco-conscious pandal designs using green technology, solar power and rainwater harvesting models. The festival also showcases PBWA’s year-round work: Mission Swayam Siddha for women’s empowerment, Project WASH for school sanitation, Ni-kshay Mitra support through Poshan bags, and health initiatives for underprivileged children.

A landmark for all

Today the Powai Sarvajanin Durgotsav is a landmark on Mumbai’s festive map, welcoming up to 1.5 million visitors annually from all communities and walks of life. One of the largest Pujas outside Bengal, it reaches viewers across India and the world through our digital platforms.

Durgotsav 2026